Discussion Post
Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 250 to 300 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.
Discuss the following points regarding the total quality management (TQM) concept:
1. Using personal experience in regard to the quality improvement programs that you discussed, which of the following specific quality program tactics were involved?
o Increased or decreased inspection
o Designing quality in
o 5S
o Kaizen
o Mistake-proofing
o Other
2. Describe the specifics of what was done. In your discussion, provide supporting examples.
3. Based on additional research, what other TQM approaches could have been beneficial during the quality improvement program?
The response should include a reference list. Using double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.